Talk Therapy
In a traditional talk therapy approach we may talk about both current issues and struggles while also exploring past hurts and concerns. This approach may go deeper into exploring the cause and effect of past events and impacts to current functioning by exploring the thoughts, feelings and beliefs related to them. As there is no one-size-fits-all for therapy, I collaborate with clients to identify the best approach drawing from evidenced-based practices.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing -EMDR
In additional to talk therapy, I also offer Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR) as a certified EMDR therapist. EMDR is a different approach to resolving past pain, hurt and trauma that focuses on helping the brain to resume its natural healing process. We can use EMDR to address long-standing negative beliefs about the self, turn down the heat on past upsetting events so they feel more “right sized” and address specific anxieties so they feel less triggering. EMDR does not require discussing past hurtful events in detail and can be used to address past experiences that are causing current difficulties. You can learn more about EMDR here: https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) uses a combination of psychotherapy and ketamine dosing to help alleviate symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD and other conditions. Ketamine has a psychedelic effect that allows the mind to dissociate from the body, tapping into unconscious information that may be influencing current symptoms, while physically building new neural connections that improve mood. KAP is provided through a treatment team approach- a medical provider assesses your eligibility for ketamine treatment and manages all medical aspects while I as the therapist help you prepare for the use of ketamine, may be present during the dosing session to help you process the experience, and afterward to provide follow up care, integrating new information and change.
Parent Coaching
Parent coaching is a solution-oriented “here and now” approach focused on developing understanding, strategies and solutions to challenges parents face with their children. My work is influenced by working with kids and families for 30 years in a variety of contexts and draws heavily from interpersonal neurobiology and the attachment field. This work may include preparing for parenthood, co-parenting with a former partner, launching your soon-to-be graduate and many other situations.